Years ago I wanted to see what it would be like as leasing consultant. I even reached out to one apartment management company due to an interest in beginning my career in the apartment industry. Needless to say, I did not get far.This wasn’t the right time for me, but my opportunity eventually came. After moving to metropolitan Atlanta, I worked as an associate in a local pharmacy. Many shoppers...

If you've managed a property long enough, you've surely been asked whether you allow pets, and may have considered accepting pets during times when you've had trouble filling a vacancy, but ultimately came to your senses and declined. A recent FIREPAW (Foundation for Interdisciplinary Research and Education Promoting Animal Welfare) survey found property managers who rent to residents with pets...

I made my first trip to Texas a few years ago. I was in Dallas for a conference and my roommate met me afterward for a little road trip.
After passing what seemed like 15 different dead animals on the side of the highway—I swear I saw an ocelot among the roadkill—Steph and I arrived in San Antonio. First order of business: margaritas and Mexican goods.
We made our way to a tourist haven on the...

It’s no wonder today’s college student renter expects their next off-campus apartment home to look like it was just featured on HGTV. Millennials are infatuated with decorating and creating a sense of space they can call their own, even if it is just a temporary home away from home. They browse countless Pinterest boards and spend time watching home improvement shows to find creativity and...